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Most important task of the German government: Reducing bureaucracy

Reduce red tape and eliminate reporting obligations: If retailers of fast-moving consumer goods have their way, the new German government should put the reduction of bureaucracy at the top of the agenda for its new economic policy in Germany. By Sibylle Michel

Akquisition

Jakob Müller Holding AG acquires Buss AG

The industrial company Jakob Müller Holding AG (JMH) is expanding its technology portfolio and acquiring Buss AG. This step strengthens JMH's ‘Process Solutions’ division and significantly expands its position in the key area of high-viscosity process engineering. By Sibylle Michel

Interview with Thomas Lepretre from JEC

“Composites have key competitive advantages”

JEC World, the leading international trade fair for composite materials, is fast approaching. A good opportunity to talk to Thomas Lepretre, VP Events, Sales & Operations at JEC, about what makes the trade fair so special, which topics are in focus this year and where the ... By Editorial staff

Important Change

Fluorescent ban will impact on colour

The British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) is alerting apparel brands, retailers and their supply chain partners to an important change taking place this month. By Editorial staff

05/09/2024 – Freudenberg Performance Materials

Freudenberg Performance Materials

Shirt interlining series made of recycled polyester

Freudenberg Performance Materials Apparel has launched the complete RCY 99xx series recycled polyester (rPET) shirt interlinings. By Sibylle Michel

This year’s congress offers 125 specialist presentations over three days, covering a wide array of topics including Biopolymers, Biomaterials, High Performance, New Technologies, and Circular Economy and Recycling. © Österreichisches Faser Institut

04/09/2024 – Fiber conference

Fiber conference

Programme highlights of the 63rd Dornbirn GFC 2024

The 63rd Dornbirn GFC 2024 is characterized by the energy transition and presents innovative solutions for the textile industry. The presentations on ... By Sibylle Michel

From left to right: Gautam Kumar Dhang (CEO Fabric Business Gimatex), Vineet Mohota (Director Gimatex) and Manish Deolankar (General Manager Gimatex) in front of Trützschler’s Bale Opener. © Trützschler Group SE

03/09/2024 – Partnership between Trützschler and Gimatex

Partnership between Trützschler and Gimatex

IDF in India: Flexibility for the upcycling of textile waste

The Indian company Gimatex has used Trützschler’s IDF successfully in direct spinning. Now, they are using it to turn textile waste into valuable ring ... By Editorial staff

eVent Fabrics offers a full range of PFAS-free laminate options for apparel, footwear and accessories. © eVent Fabrics

02/09/2024 – Outdoor clothing

Outdoor clothing

eVent Fabrics prepares for a PFAS-free future

With pending legislation and changing consumer sentiment, eVent offers eVent Bio and eVent alpineST Laminates without PFAS “forever chemicals”. By Editorial staff

TN_ENG_Wochenrückblicke_KW35 — The innovative clothing has a wide range of potential applications, from activewear, winter jackets, healthcare apparel and outdoor gear, to sustainable textile-based insulation for construction and buildings, contributing to energy-saving efforts. © PolyU

02/09/2024 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 35/2024

At this point, we present the five most read articles of the past week. The ranking is based on your click behavior on the website. By Sven Ramer

This year’s ITMF & IAF Conference will be held from 8–10 September 2024 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. © Meisenbach GmbH

30/08/2024 – Awards

Awards

Winners of the ITMF Awards 2024 announced

The winners of the ITMF Awards 204 will present their projects at the upcoming ITMF & IAF Conference 2024 which will be held from 8–10 September 2024 ... By Editorial staff

The visitor numbers increased by 10% overall compared to the previous edition. © Messe Frankfurt

29/08/2024 – Crafting comfort, sustainable connections

Crafting comfort, sustainable connections

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles concludes 30-year milestone edition

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles has once again drawn curtains at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai from 14 to 16 August 2024. By Editorial staff